Former Chelsea boss Avram Grant has criticised the media for their treatment of Jose Mourinho during his side's difficult season.
The Blues are just five points above the relegation zone in the Premier League table after 12 games.
The West London outfit stormed to the English title last season, but have managed to win just four matches in the top flight so far in this campaign.
"It is not easy, but I think Jose deserves a chance," Grant told Sky Sports News. "I didn't like when they made him the genius, and I don't like what they are doing to Jose now, saying 'He is useless' or something.
"It is not like this, it is too extreme. He is a good coach but, like any other person, he is facing tough times. He needs to show he can handle pressure but don't judge him only by the quality of his interviews when he is under pressure. He is a good coach, a nice guy, and he can get out of it, for sure."
Chelsea's next game is at home to Bournemouth on Saturday.
Danielle Joynson
